Swede Dish Cranberry–Lingonberry Sauce

Prep Time 5 mins

Total Time 5 mins

Cuisine: American, Swedish

Courses: Condiments, Side Dish

Difficulty: Beginner

Dietary: Fresh Fruits + Berries

Description

A bright, tart, and beautifully balanced cranberry sauce infused with Nordic lingonberry, fresh citrus, and a hint of warm spice. This Swedish-American twist elevates the classic holiday condiment with vibrant flavor and effortless Swede Dish charm.

Ingredients

12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
½ cup lingonberry jam (or lingonberry preserves)
½ cup water
½ cup orange juice
½ cup sugar (reduce to ⅓ cup for tart Nordic style)
1 of Zest orange
1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Pinch of white pepper (very Swede Dish)
1-2 tsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice for extra brightness (Optional)

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients

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In a saucepan, add: cranberries and lingonberry preserves
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water
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orange juice
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sugar
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orange zest
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cinnamon stick, white pepper, lemon, or vinegar (if using)

2. Simmer

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Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low.
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Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.

3. Finish

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Remove cinnamon stick.
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Stir in a pinch of white pepper and optional vinegar/lemon for brightness.
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Cool to room temperature — it will thicken as it cools.

4. Serve

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Serve chilled or at room temp.
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Keeps up to 7 days refrigerated.

Note

Swede Dish Finishes

Extra orange zest
A spoon of lingonberry jam swirled on top
Tiny dill sprig for Nordic table styling (optional for presentation only)

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Read it online: https://swededish.com/recipe/swede-dish-cranberry-lingonberry-sauce/